Essential for leaders in this VUCA world  We are living in a challenging VUCA environment (‘volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous’) and the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this and the related social challenges. The need to close the empathy gap among humans is greater than ever before. Let’s explore “leadership empathy” further in our Spotlight Interview...

For a successful collaboration and equality in business, barriers and stereotypes must be removed. Professional and gender role models are anchored in the mindset at a very early stage and can often only be revised with great effort. The video gives a good insight into what this means: . Stereotypes occur whenever we meet people...

Experiences from a wide range of companies show that companies that excel in diversity are increasingly successful. They are receptive to new ideas, are innovative, and are extremely well digitized. Digitization and diversity are directly related and will only be successful in mastering further challenges if they are tackled together. . . Complex challenges need...

A change is sweeping through business. Today’s organizations are utilizing cutting-edge technology to transform their digital experiences, workflows, and structures. However, technology isn’t the only engine behind digital transformation. The real driver of change is people. True innovation starts with a creative idea. And the best creative ideas arise from the coming together of diverse...

Gender quality is a pertinent issue for the world of business. Currently, although 46.8% of professionals in the US are women, women only make up between 26% and 43% of the workforces at leading technology companies. That’s set against a gender pay gap estimated to be around 18%. The World Economic Forum predicts that it will take 202 years...

It is time for a new era of leaders with a high level of emotional intelligence and a cooperative way of thinking. We believe that by empowering individuals and fostering communities, we can overcome silos and create a great sense of belonging and economic prosperity. With the right insights, knowledge and connections, we create new...

Diversity is not just a buzzword that social romantics and human resources use for visibility, but a recommended way to increase profitability and sustainability from a business perspective.  How does active diversity and inclusion management create value for the business? Heterogeneous companies are more flexible and adaptable than monocultural organizations. This flexibility becomes a competitive...

Equal rights for women in business are high on the agenda. However, there are still large differences between men and women, particularly with regard to the employment rate, equal pay, estimated income from work and the holding of management positions and political offices. Discussions mainly focus on disadvantages for women. Advantages that women can derive...